What are New Mexico's adoption laws?

New Mexico adoption is governed by New Mexico Statutes Annotated Chapter 32A, Article 5. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (NMSA 1978 § 32A-5-11)

Court: District Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (NMSA 1978 § 32A-5-17)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (NMSA 1978 § 32A-5-19)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (NMSA 1978 § 32A-5-13)

Timeline: Minor: 3-6 months | Adult: 4-8 weeks

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